MIKE ROSE, Bestselling Author and Growth Keynote Speaker

The Future of Work is Community

Mike Rose
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February 10, 2025

Most entrepreneurs focus on building companies.

But what if we focused on building communities first?


Here's what I've learned after 15+ years as an entrepreneur:

Companies drain energy. Communities create it.

Companies chase employee engagement - an unattainable myth.

Communities focus on managing and maximizing collective energy.

Companies put business results first.

Communities prioritize people development, knowing results are a natural byproduct of positive energy fueled by energy gainers.

Companies struggle with "work-life balance."

Communities blur the lines by creating spaces where people genuinely want to contribute and grow together.

The shift is simple but profound:

  • - Lead with mentorship over management
  • - Focus on energy over engagement
  • - Put people development over profit
  • - Create safety through vulnerability
  • - Build relationships before results

The future belongs to entrepreneurs who understand that sustainable success comes from nurturing vibrant communities where people are empowered to reach their full potential.